Optical Assistant

Inspired Selections Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 22,950 - 28,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid birthday off

£220 optical voucher

Career progression

Job summary

A leading practice in Glasgow is seeking a customer-focused Optical Assistant to provide excellent patient care in a fast-paced environment. With clear opportunities for career progression and a supportive team, this full-time role offers a competitive salary, benefits such as a paid day off for your birthday, and a £220 optical voucher. Applicants must have at least 12 months' experience in optics.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months' experience working in optics.
• Solid dispensing and pre-testing knowledge.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills.
• Strong focus on customer care and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing spectacles to all levels, including complex prescriptions.
• Conducting pre-screen tests and contact lens teaches.
• Frame styling, fittings, adjustments and collections.
• Advising customers on frame and lens options.
• Reception and general administrative duties.

Skills

Customer care

Communication skills

Dispensing knowledge

Pre-testing knowledge

Job description

Optical Assistant – Full Time – Glasgow – 25,500 + Excellent Perks + Career Progression

We are looking for a customer-focused Optical Assistant to join a high-performing, fast-paced practice in Glasgow. This full-time, permanent role is with a respected franchise partner of one of the UK’s most established and trusted optical brands.

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPLICANTS WITH A MINIMUM OF 12 MONTHS’ EXPERIENCE IN OPTICS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

Key Details

” Salary: 25,500 per annum
” Location: Glasgow
” Hours: Full-time, including one weekend day per week (Saturday or Sunday
” Paid day off for your birthday
” 220 optical voucher (to use on glasses or contact lenses)
” Flexibility: May occasionally support a second local practice

About the Practice

This store is located on a busy high street and benefits from a loyal, high-volume customer base. The team is friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to delivering excellent patient care.

You’ll be joining a practice where development is taken seriously and where career progression is a real option. Whether your ambition is to move into management, develop your clinical skills or take on a senior dispensing role, the right support and guidance will be available to help you get there.

Main Responsibilities

” Dispensing spectacles to all levels, including complex prescriptions
” Conducting pre-screen tests and contact lens teaches
” Frame styling, fittings, adjustments and collections
” Advising customers on frame and lens options
” Reception and general administrative duties
” Keyholder responsibilities and supporting the manager as needed

What We’re Looking For

” At least 12 months’ experience working in optics
” Solid dispensing and pre-testing knowledge
” Team-oriented with good communication skills
” A strong focus on customer care and professionalism
” Someone looking to progress and develop within the industry

What You’ll Get

” Competitive base salary of 25,500
” Paid birthday off
” 220 optical voucher for personal use
” A supportive, close-knit team environment
” Clear progression opportunities within the business
Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the next step in your optical career:

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Contact Marc at Inspired Recruitment Group:
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Website: www.inspiredselections.co.uk

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